"City of Ponds"
Janakpur Tourism
Janakpur is a city in Nepal which is believed to be the birthplace of Goddess Sita and the place of her marriage with Lord Ram. Also known as the City of Ponds, Janakpur boasts of more than seventy ponds that dot its verdant landscape. Here you can learn more about the ancient and revered Hindu epic, the Ramayana and its significance today. Visit the actual sites mentioned in the great epic and listen to local lore as well!
The city is located in the Terai region of Nepal and is the administrative headquarters of Dhanusa district. The Ram Janaki Temple is the main attraction in Janakpur. The centre of Mithila culture, Janakpurdham is also one of the revered sites on the holy Parikrama (route undertaken by devout Hindus) along with Ayodhya, Kashi and Brij in India.
Beyond its spiritual allure, Janakpur is a vibrant cultural hub showcased through its colorful art, intricate pottery, and traditional music and dance. It is also visited by Thai pilgrims as the Late King Bhumibol of Thailand had special regard forJanakpur.
The pleasant weather, the grand and colourful festivities through the year, the stunning architecture of the temples and the friendly locals make Janakpur a favourite spot for tourists and pilgrims alike.
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Best places to shop in Janakpur:
- Janakpur Women's Development Centre for handicrafts and arts
- Family Shopping Mall
- Das Market
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What is the best time to visit Janakpur?
June-August is the summer season, and there’s precipitation rate of around 15-19 days per month. August comes under peak seasons and hence, accommodation and other prices are predominantly higher. The fall season of September-November has daily temperature highs between 79.5°F (26.4°C) and 64.2°F (17.9°C), which is pretty comfortable even with a bit of humidity. Tourism is slowest during these months, and hence, you can have a very relaxing time, minus the crowd, during summers in Janakpur. Winter months of December-February are too cold in Janakpur with temperature highs ranging between 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 57.8°F (14.3°C). However, the roads are empty during this time as tourists are a few.
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Top restaurants in Janakpur:
- Rooftop Family Restaurant
- Bhagawati Mistan Bhandar
- Hansraj Sweets and Food
- Massala Cottage
- Naya Navrang Hotel
- Thakali Bhansha Ghar
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